Computer Science: Reflections on the Field, Reflections from the Field - Softcover

National Research Council; Division On Engineering And Physical Sciences; Computer Science And Telecommunications Board; Committee On The Fundamentals Of Computer Science: Challenges And Opportunities

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0309093015 ISBN 13: 9780309093019

Publisher: National Academies Press, 2004

Synopsis

Computer Science: Reflections on the Field, Reflections from the Field provides a concise characterization of key ideas that lie at the core of computer science (CS) research. The book offers a description of CS research recognizing the richness and diversity of the field. It brings together two dozen essays on diverse aspects of CS research, their motivation and results. By describing in accessible form computer science's intellectual character, and by conveying a sense of its vibrancy through a set of examples, the book aims to prepare readers for what the future might hold and help to inspire CS researchers in its creation.

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Committee on the Fundamentals of Computer Science: Challenges and Opportunities, National Research Council

Edition details

• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0309093015
• ISBN 13: 9780309093019
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 216